One of sport's most gripping emotional rivalries adds another dramatic chapter starting Friday when the 45th Ryder Cup tees off at Bethpage Black.

With US President Donald Trump set to boost the intensity on an opening day visit, the biennial United States and Europe matchup that has produced a "War by the Shore," "Battle of Brookline," and "Miracle at Medinah" could unleash something to engage or enrage at Bethpage.

More than 50,000 spectators are expected each day at the suburban New York layout, where raucous home fans are likely to provide deafening US support and merciless heckling of Europe golfers.

"I hope Friday is just absolute chaos," eighth-ranked American Collin Morikawa said. "We want to use that to our advantage... we really have to tap into that. I hope they come strong.

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